8 Gift Ideas for the Cat Lover in Your Life

The world comprises cat-lovers and dog-lovers. Cat-lovers are unique because they love their pets so completely that every part of their life oozes with an appreciation for their little fur babies.

The amount of love and joy a genuine cat person has for their pet is often hard for non-cat-lovers to understand. For many pet parents, the opportunity to celebrate their animal or recognize the joy it brings into their life is bliss.

Therefore, if you are gearing up to celebrate the birthday of a cat person in your life, you know what to get: cat-themed anything. A true cat-lover will explode with joy at anything related to their feline friends. You have several options when choosing themed gifts, from practical to goofy.

1. Themed Clothing

Cat people are proud of their passion and are more than willing to share their love with the world. Look for t-shirts, jackets, hoodies, etc., with a cat somewhere in the design. So many people understand the love for cats, so you can often find major brands or custom shirt shops selling various cat-featured clothing, including space cats.

2. Themed Literature

This one falls on the goofy spectrum. Cat-themed books are an excellent addition to any cat home. Owners will love adorning coffee tables or bookcases with a variety of cat-based literature. Most of the books are lighthearted and provide insight into the nuances of cat behavior. You can also find books that offer comical depictions of daily life with a cat. If books aren't your cup of tea, consider calendars or other themed products.

3. Themed Drinkware

Who couldn't use another themed coffee mug? People love it when their coffee mugs have a message. Some people like mugs with attitude and spunky comments, and others like mugs with a bit of artistic flair. Whatever your loved one's personality, you will probably be able to find a cat-themed cup to suit it.

4. Furniture Protector

Everyone, either from personal experience or tales of pet owners, knows the dread of a shedding animal. While not all cats shed — here's looking at your Sphynx kitty — a furniture cover is likely a necessity in most pet households. Without a cover, you will probably always need a lint roller, although, to be fair, you will need one regardless.

5. Statues or Paperweights

Cat people love to surround themselves with as many cats as possible. Since it is unlawful and likely unsanitary to own dozens of cats, cat-lovers surround themselves with cat-themed decorations, including statues, paperweights, pictures, etc. If you are struggling to come up with a gift for the cat person in your life, consider something decorative.

6. Paw Print Desk Frame

People love to memorialize people, places, events, and pets, even when they are still alive and well. Cat people tend to take a lot of pictures of their favorite felines. While framing a favorite photo and hanging it on a wall is an excellent way to incorporate more of a pet into a home, there are more unique things you can do.

If you want to give a unique gift to your cat-loving friend, consider purchasing a paw print desk picture frame and kit. The kit comes with instructions for making a plaster cast of your pet's paw. Once you cast the paw, there is a way to mount the print in the frame next to a picture. The kit creates a perfect size piece for any desk.

7. Outdoor Sign

Using kits and pictures and books to decorate the interior of a home is one thing, but how can a cat person show the world how much they love their pet: an outdoor sign? You can find various styles and sizes of outdoor signs that express love for cats or inform the passerby that a cat lives in a specific home.

There are different ways to put up outdoor signs. Some pieces can mount directly to a tree using a nail; others use ground stakes. You should figure out the best place to put a sign before purchasing it.

8. Custom Pet Portrait

Honestly, a custom pet portrait is the best gift idea for the cat-lover in your life. Portraits are usually more expensive than many of the other items on this list, but it is something that is truly custom. Pet portraits are one of a kind.

Before ordering a pet portrait, you should familiarize yourself with the artist's work. You want to review their portfolio and read customer testimonials. The most important thing to consider before commissioning a pet portrait is how accurate the artist is. You want your friend to know that the picture is of their pet and not just some random cat. If you want to get extra fancy with a portrait, consider looking for an artist who can paint a picture of your friend holding their cat.

Cat people are fun, loving, and enthusiastic. They are open about the joy their pet brings them, and it is not wrong to assume that a cat-themed gift on a birthday or holiday would be the best thing for them. There are many options for cat-themed products, from mugs to books to portraits. The item you choose should fit with your friend or family member's personality.

Sometimes, the best way to figure out what gift to get someone you love is to examine their interests and buy something that fits. For cat lovers, their interest is clear.